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Nursing Courses

Nursing courses can help you learn patient care techniques, medication administration, health assessment, and ethical decision-making. You can build skills in critical thinking, effective communication with patients and families, and teamwork in clinical settings. Many courses introduce tools like electronic health records (EHR) systems, patient management software, and simulation labs that enhance hands-on learning and prepare you for real-world healthcare environments.

Popular Nursing Courses and Certifications


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    Yale University

    Anatomy of the Chest, Neck, Abdomen, and Pelvis

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Gynecology, Urology, Respiration, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Surgery, Medical Terminology, Surgery

    ★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sage Publications

    Effective Communication for Nursing Associates

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Professionalism, Interpersonal Communications, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Workplace inclusivity, Telehealth, Communication Strategies, Decision Making, Patient-centered Care, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Disabilities, Empathy, Nursing and Patient Care, Self-Awareness, Nursing Practices, Health Care, Nursing, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sage Publications

    Understanding Leadership for Nursing Associates

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Management, Clinical Leadership, Health Information Management, Interpersonal Communications, Health Informatics, Health Care, Nursing Practices, Care Management, Leadership, Compassion, Nursing, Patient Safety, Teamwork, Verbal Communication Skills, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Emotional Intelligence, Quality Improvement, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sage Publications

    Mental Health Medicines Management for Nurses

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Prescription, Medication Dispensation, Pharmacology, Medication Administration, Pharmacotherapy, Healthcare Ethics, Drug Interaction, Medication Therapy Management, Psychiatry, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Nursing Practices, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Care, Neurology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Nursing, Anatomy, Psychology, Mental Health

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • Y

    Yale University

    Global Quality Maternal and Newborn Care

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Midwifery, Child Health, Childbirth, Postpartum Care, Prenatal Care, Health Disparities, Care Management, Health Equity, Dignity in Care, Infant Care, Patient-centered Care, Health Policy, Cultural Responsiveness, Advocacy

    ★ 4.8 (261) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    Sage Publications

    Communication Skills in Nursing, Health and Social Care

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Conflict Management, Motivational Interviewing, Patient Communication, Medical Privacy, Non-Verbal Communication, Collaboration, Trustworthiness, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Record Keeping, Communication Strategies, Team Collaboration, Professionalism, Communication, Nursing, Health Care, Business Ethics, Advocacy, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Tropical Parasitology: Protozoans, Worms, Vectors and Human Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Pathology, Healthcare Ethics, Microbiology, Infection Control, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Diagnostic Tests, Neurology, Public Health, Biology, Case Studies, Patient Treatment, Preventative Care, Clinical Assessment, Pharmacotherapy

    ★ 4.7 (744) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Nursing Informatics Leadership Theory and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Nursing Management, Leadership, Nursing Administration, Nursing, Health Informatics, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Self-Awareness, Personal Development

    ★ 4.6 (49) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Caring for the caregivers

    Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Care Coordination, Communication Strategies, Health Care, Needs Assessment, Recognizing Others, Patient Observation, Health Assessment, Organizational Skills, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Newborn Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Postpartum Care, Respiratory Care, Infant Care, Maternal Health, Respiration, Preventative Care, Pediatric Nursing, Nursing Care, Vital Signs, Patient Evaluation, Pediatrics, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Cardiology, Nutritional Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Diagnostic Tests, Safety Standards

    ★ 4.8 (93) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    A New Communication Framework for Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Compassion, Patient-centered Care, Patient Advocacy, Empathy, Dignity in Care, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Healthcare Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Balance Sheet, Financial Acumen, Accounting, Income Statement, Non-Profit Accounting, Resource Utilization, Cash Flows, Resource Management, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Financial Management, Performance Improvement

    ★ 4.6 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular nursing courses

  • Anatomy of the Chest, Neck, Abdomen, and Pelvis: Yale University
  • Effective Communication for Nursing Associates: Sage Publications
  • Understanding Leadership for Nursing Associates: Sage Publications
  • Mental Health Medicines Management for Nurses: Sage Publications
  • Global Quality Maternal and Newborn Care: Yale University
  • Communication Skills in Nursing, Health and Social Care: Sage Publications
  • Tropical Parasitology: Protozoans, Worms, Vectors and Human Diseases: Duke University
  • Nursing Informatics Leadership Theory and Practice: University of Minnesota
  • Caring for the caregivers: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Newborn Capstone: University of Colorado System

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